Album Notes

Founded in the summer of 1999, Gilman's Crossing has the sound of a band that has been together for years. A natural chemistry from father and son combo Ray and Brian Gilman, and the addition of Pete Stenzel on drums (from Ray's high school band) help solidify this modern Power Trio and give them a sound larger than life.

Ray Gilman: A veteran of the Twin Cities Music scene, Ray has recorded 8 CD's, played hundreds of live shows, and produced CD's for other artists in his own recording studio. A multi instrumentalist Ray sings, plays acoustic and electric guitars, MIDI guitar, and keyboards to give Gilman's Crossing a very large sound. The Band is influenced by artists like Jimi Hendrix, Cream, Black Sabbath, Tool, Pink Floyd and Led Zeppelin, to name a few. Ray's previous band TMPR opened for Eric Burdon, Corey Stevens, and Performed live on Kare 11 Television (NBC) in Minneapolis. Gilman's Crossing was featured on KMSP 9 (UPN) on the "Buzz" program. And also won the Garage Logic bumper band contest and got to perform live on AM 1500 radio at the 2000 Minnesota State Fair.

Brian Gilman: At 23 years old, Brian is the youngest member of the group, but has played the Twin Cities club scene since he was 16. Having heard his father play since he was an infant, Brian had a guitar in his hand at an early age. His main instrument is Bass, but he also plays 6 string guitar and drums.

Pete Stenzel: Pete and Ray learned how to play music together in their high school band Crossfire. Pete has played in several club bands, and is also a multi instrumentalist. Drums are his main instrument, but he also plays keyboards and guitar. He brings a solid foundation to the group, and a strong desire to succeed.